Li Yan's countenance shifted, assuming a grave and earnest expression. If Bai Xue were to face expulsion, Li Yan would go to any lengths necessary.
But who did Yue Ling think she was? She wanted Li Yan to offend the Jiang Family? Bai Xue may be kind-hearted, but Li Yan was not.
"You possess a naiveté and kindness that blinds you," Li Yan voiced, his words laden with sincerity. "You fail to comprehend that Yue Ling was the one who issued the bet. Was it not Yue Ling who provoked Jiang Ling'er in the first place?"
Bai Xue feigned astonishment and replied, "I... I hadn't considered that deeply. Yue Ling is usually so amiable."
Li Yan tenderly caressed Bai Xue's hair and retorted, "You are too trusting. In your eyes, everyone appears virtuous. She sought to exploit the conflict between you and Jiang Ling'er, merely cloaking it in concern for your well-being."
